As a therapist and a researcher who has spent years learning about Neurodiversity, I felt compelled to do something about the profound lack of autism resources in certain areas across our country and across the world. I felt myself becoming saddened and frustrated that I could only do so much by offering autism therapy in California and this blog.…
My blog is all about neurodiversity. I have written many blog series on different aspects of neurodiversity, such as social skills in the workplace, women with autism, and navigating college on the spectrum. You're welcome to visit my list of blog series to find the blog series that interest you most.
Autism and LGBTQ Allyship
Ally (noun) to side with or support.
One of the things I admire most about individuals with autism is their profound sense of right and wrong. It’s common for neurodivergent individuals to stand up for what’s right and defend it passionately. This is what makes them such amazing allies and social justice advocates.…
The Double Minority Effect: The Struggles of Identifying as Autistic and LGBTQIA+
Finding Your Community: Working Professional with Autism
Finding Your Community: Women with Autism
Autism Parents and The Importance of Finding Community
Autism Acceptance: Non-Autistic and Neurotypical Partners
“I just don’t understand why they’re acting like this.” This is a sentiment shared by many allistic (non-autistic) partners who are dating or in a relationship with an autistic individual. Being in a neurodiverse relationship can be challenging, especially when the partners do not fully understand each other. Today, I want to take a moment and address some of the issues that are frequently brought up during autism therapy and talk about how acceptance is an antidote to these concerns.…
Autism Acceptance: Autism Parent
You’re an autism parent. This isn’t a label you thought you’d have, yet here you are celebrating autism acceptance month. Many parents go through the stages of grief when they find out that their child is on the autism spectrum. It is normal and understandable as they are grieving the loss of a neurotypical identity and the future they expected for their child.…
Autism Acceptance Month: Notes for Neurotypical Individuals
As you may already know the month of April is when we celebrate autism. Some used to refer to this month as “Autism Awareness Month.” But, now there is a growing movement to refer to it as “Autism Acceptance Month.” Because, it is one thing to be aware that autism exists, and it’s another to truly accept and validate autism traits.…
Understanding Autism Therapy Using the Internal Family Systems Model
As an autism therapist, I have been asked by clients and other professionals to describe my approach to autism therapy. Throughout my career, I have researched many different therapeutic approaches to determine what would be best for the neurodivergent clients I serve. I have found Internal Family Systems or IFS to be a powerfully effective way to help clients manage anxiety, and improve mood, self-esteem, and interpersonal communication, and treat trauma.…
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